As polite or welcoming as one may be to those they meet for the first time, a person’s smile can have a serious impact on how they are perceived.

Unfortunately, teeth can degrade over time, causing discoloration, cavities, and in many cases the loss of an entire tooth.

However, the experienced dentists at East Ellijay Family & Cosmetic Dentistry want to help keep your smile beautiful and engaging with their work in dental implants. Here are a few ways this dental procedure will keep you smiling:

1. Improved appearance:

The main reason most people seek out dental implants from our Ellijay dentists is to improve the appearance of their smile by replacing missing teeth. Dental implants act as a sturdy base implanted in the jaw, where a dental crown can be placed to offer a natural looking smile.

2. Durability:

Not only do these structures initially return a smile back to its former glory, but will continue to do so for a long time. These implants are immune to decay, and if installed and cared for properly, can potentially last a lifetime.

3. Improved self-esteem and comfort:

Knowing you have a set of pearly whites can make a person seem much more confident. Typically, confident people smile more and are perceived more positively by their peers.

4. Retain natural shape of face:

Many may not realize that teeth serve a further purpose than just breaking down food. In fact, they play an essential role in retaining the natural shape and structure of the face.

Even if the changes from missing teeth aren’t overtly apparent, the human brain is able to detect even minor fluctuations in the face that seem unnatural, which can affect the way one is perceived.

5. Protect existing bone and teeth:

Beyond just repairing one tooth socket, implants also protect other natural structures in the mouth. Without a structure to keep secure, the jawbone naturally deteriorates. An implant will prevent the loss of the jaws structural integrity.

6. Secure fit:

Previous dental repair methods, such as dentures, can easily fall out when speaking or eating, leaving the wearers self-conscious of the possibility.

Modern oral implants are firmly secured in place. There is no risk of them falling out at any moment.

If you want to improve your smile or even just take preemptive measures to keep it shining brightly for years to come, contact East Ellijay Family & Cosmetic Dentistry at (706) 635-2218 to learn more about the highest-quality dental implants available.